Location: National City, CA

Start Date: 10-11-2025

End Date: 10-11-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Candidate Pay Rate: $56 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to patients, prioritizing safety and dignity
• Assess patients using evidence-based tools and communicate changes promptly to the care team
• Administer medications and treatments accurately while monitoring for effects
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary colleagues to create and implement individualized care plans
• Document assessments, interventions and outcomes clearly and timely in the medical record
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments and follow-up care
• Participate in unit initiatives to improve patient outcomes and enhance workflow
• Maintain infection control standards and support a culture of safety

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license (California RN license preferred or eligible)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIHSS training/certification and familiarity with stroke assessment
• DCI/BVP competency and Nursys license verification
• Completion of required facility onboarding: drug screen, TB test, immunizations (COVID-19, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Hepatitis B), fit test and physical/health statement
• Successful completion of Prime competency testing and skills checklists as required

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• BSN preferred when available

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Comfortable with acute care workflows and rapid decision-making
• Proficient in medication administration and basic/advanced cardiac life support protocols
• Experience with stroke scales (NIHSS) and related assessments
• Familiarity with electronic health records and clear clinical documentation
• Effective communication and teamwork in interdisciplinary settings
• Adherence to infection prevention and safety procedures

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and help finding a comfortable home-away-from-home
• Medical, dental and vision coverage to keep you healthy and focused
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to make paperwork painless
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Professional development opportunities and access to continued education
• Travel reimbursement and local support to make relocation smooth
• A supportive team that values your expertise and well-being
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great colleagues aboard

Travel Perks: Explore National City, CA

National City sits in the heart of San Diego County—enjoy easy access to Coronado Island and its beaches, vibrant Old Town and downtown San Diego attractions like Balboa Park and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Weekend escapes to Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve for hiking, waterfront dining in Seaport Village, and quick trips to nearby Chula Vista or Imperial Beach make this assignment great for explorers and beach lovers alike.

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